online gun auction sites....are these guys for real?

[KC&97TA]

Remember Firearms are compareable to vehicles in how thier value is judged.

So a Metalic Blue '88 Mustang GT convertiable with gold wire wheels and hydraulic shocks may have a market in Southern California, and a few dreamers in Alaska... but for the most part, it's not what the average guy is looking for. The Seller can ask what he feels is resonable and may one day meet that like minded person who is willing to pay the price.

When it comes to "extremely valuable firearms", there are niches in the market. I watched a guy walk out of a local gun store with a $2,100 1911-A1, that he was told would be dangerous to attempt to shoot, but there was some story along with it, that it came from the bottom of some bay in Hawaii and a bunch of drawn out paper work.

So the Moral of the Story; an Item is only worth what another is willing to pay. If some moron comes along and pays 4x too much or buys a 1911 with a sob story of gov't paper work attached... all the better to the buyer, hope thier happy with thier purchase.

I paid $606 out the door on a Champion Mil-Spec that was made in May 1995, because it was what I was looking for this past summer. Retail on the gun was $540, retail on the gun in May 1995 was $519... Some say I got ripped off, but I love it to death and it's what I was looking for, for several months.

 

[moewadle]

That is just

the market operating. It is simple economics in our land of capitalism. If the products sell the dealer will be successful and perhaps try to raise his prices. If the items don't sell the price will eventually come down or the dealer will be out of business. Simple as that

 

[Bobhwry]

The great thing about the online auctions is that they provide a nation-wide marketplace for firearms. I've found and purchased several guns that I could not find elsewhere.If you don't like the price, then don't buy!! It's your choice!!

 

[rallyhound]

I am on my fourth gunbroker purchase and did really well on all transactions.
I just won a bid today for a really nice mossberg 9200 jungle gun for $210.00.
You just gotta be a smart shopper.

Beretta 1201 fp in about 95 % condition for $300 even.
used beretta 92 fs about 90% for $255.00.

 

[Rimmer]

I give a thumbs up for Gunbroker. But that's based on just two purchases from reputable dealers. Lots of shopping and about 4 months waiting.

A 1960 Rem 40XB mint and a custom Volquartsen 17HMR as new. I saved somewhere between $600 to $900 total.

I do agree though, some sellers are just fish'in for a sucker. But one thing for sure, when I list mine for sale against a few of those through the roof price guys I never have a problem get'in my price cause it's usually 30% less than most of the competition.

 

[meef]

I have purchased several firearms through Gunbroker and in every instance I either got a good deal or a really good deal. I have never been disappointed.

Part of the trick is paying attention to the seller's feedback and being willing to be patient while you wait for what you want to come around at a price you like.

So what does it matter if there are plenty of overpriced auctions there? Just pass 'em by and be patient. Eventually you'll wind up with what you're after. It has always worked for me, at least.

At the moment, I'm lurking in the shadows waiting for the right S&W Model 18 to wander by so I can pounce on it.

 

[SSN Vet]

the question is.....

what's it worth to YOU!

Not everyone lives in an area where they can pick and choose from a dozen big box sporting good stores.

I've bought twice on Gunbroker.com.

You've got to figure in shipping and FFL when you compare prices....so NIB deals aren't so great.....

But if you know what a gun is worth, you can pick up some great deals.

Unfortunately, it's gotten to be a lot like e-bay in that you have to wade through a ton of overpriced stuff to find the deals.

Oh well, a victim of their own success I guess.

 

[.45Guy]

I'm really starting to like Auction Arms... At least when I'm a seller!!! http://www.auctionarms.com/search/displayitem.cfm?ItemNum=7702916